The Ilbert Bill controversy of 1883 was related to which issue?
A. Press freedom
B. Employment of Indians in civil services
C. Trial of European offenders by Indian judges
D. Age of consent for marriage
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Ilbert Bill (1883), introduced by Lord Ripon's law member C. P. Ilbert, sought to allow Indian judges to try European offenders. It faced strong opposition from the British community in India and was eventually amended.
Explanation:
The Bombay Plan was formulated by leading industrialists like J. R. D. Tata, G. D. Birla, and others for the economic regeneration of India after independence.
Explanation:
Maharaja Nand Kumar accused Warren Hastings of corruption, but Nand Kumar was later tried and hanged for forgery by the Supreme Court under Sir Elijah Impey, leading to allegations of judicial murder.
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